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Welcome to Elementary Instrumental Music!!!
Welcome to Elementary Instrumental Music!!!
6th Grade School Year In Brief6th Grade School Year In Brief
Lessons
Large Group Instruction/Rehearsals
Practice
Private Lessons
Lessons
Large Group Instruction/Rehearsals
Practice
Private Lessons
LessonsLessons Core instruction during 1st year on instrument
Required for participation
During school day (except St. Peters)
30 minutes, once per week
Like-instrument groups
Core instruction during 1st year on instrument
Required for participation
During school day (except St. Peters)
30 minutes, once per week
Like-instrument groups
St. Peters LessonsSt. Peters Lessons
Early morning (7:30 and 8:00)
Held at one of the ISD #831 elementary schools in Forest Lake
Parents responsible for transportation to and from
Early morning (7:30 and 8:00)
Held at one of the ISD #831 elementary schools in Forest Lake
Parents responsible for transportation to and from
Large Group Instruction/Rehearsals
Large Group Instruction/Rehearsals
One large group rehearsal each week
Begin the last week of October or 1st week of November St. Peters students bused to rehearsal:
transportation home provided by parents Location TBA
Rehearsals continue throughout school year
One large group rehearsal each week
Begin the last week of October or 1st week of November St. Peters students bused to rehearsal:
transportation home provided by parents Location TBA
Rehearsals continue throughout school year
PracticePractice
Minimum 2 1/2 hours of practice per week necessary for normal progress
30 minutes per day, 5 days per week
Please take seriously, practice minutes are part of your grade!!!
More practice = more enjoyment & achievement!
Minimum 2 1/2 hours of practice per week necessary for normal progress
30 minutes per day, 5 days per week
Please take seriously, practice minutes are part of your grade!!!
More practice = more enjoyment & achievement!
Private LessonsPrivate Lessons
Private lessons encouraged if possible
Make sure the instructor has experience with beginning instrumental students This will ensure that lessons will be structured with
compatible activities for your child’s instrument lesson material
Private lessons encouraged if possible
Make sure the instructor has experience with beginning instrumental students This will ensure that lessons will be structured with
compatible activities for your child’s instrument lesson material
Success on an instrument is determined by the desire to succeed & the motivation to
practice consistently.
Success on an instrument is determined by the desire to succeed & the motivation to
practice consistently.
How will my child select the proper instrument?
How will my child select the proper instrument?
Factors for Determining Instrument Selection
Factors for Determining Instrument Selection
Student’s physical characteristics
Sense of pitch and rhythm
1st sound the student is able to make on an instrument
Number of students playing each instrument Balanced instrumentation key to success of program
Student’s personal choice
Student’s disposition and reaction to challenges
Student’s physical characteristics
Sense of pitch and rhythm
1st sound the student is able to make on an instrument
Number of students playing each instrument Balanced instrumentation key to success of program
Student’s personal choice
Student’s disposition and reaction to challenges
Determining the Right Orchestra InstrumentDetermining the Right Orchestra Instrument
There are a few physical characteristics which factor into a student’s choice of string instrument
Graduated sizes to fit child’s growing body Families who own full size instruments will
probably need to rent smaller instrument until child grows into larger size
Important for all string players to have excellent sense of pitch, finger, and arm coordination
There are a few physical characteristics which factor into a student’s choice of string instrument
Graduated sizes to fit child’s growing body Families who own full size instruments will
probably need to rent smaller instrument until child grows into larger size
Important for all string players to have excellent sense of pitch, finger, and arm coordination
Orchestra InstrumentsOrchestra Instruments
Violin
Viola
Cello
Bass
Violin
Viola
Cello
Bass
ViolinViolin
ViolaViola
CelloCello
String BassString Bass
Band InstrumentsBand Instruments
Flute Oboe Clarinet & Bass Clarinet Alto, Tenor, and Bari Saxophone Trumpet French Horn Trombone Baritone Tuba Percussion
Flute Oboe Clarinet & Bass Clarinet Alto, Tenor, and Bari Saxophone Trumpet French Horn Trombone Baritone Tuba Percussion
FluteFlute
Clarinet & Bass ClarinetClarinet & Bass Clarinet
Clarinet Bass Clarinet
SaxophoneSaxophone
Alto Tenor Baritone
TrumpetTrumpet
French HornFrench Horn
TromboneTrombone
BaritoneBaritone
TubaTuba
PercussionPercussion
Where Do I Find an Instrument?
Where Do I Find an Instrument?
Recommended that all beginning instrumental students rent an instrument for an initial trial period rather than purchasing the instrument right away
Most music stores have rental programs with an option to buy at end of the trial period
ONLY PURCHASE INSTRUMENTS FROM A REPUTABLE MUSIC STORE!!! Purchases from other sources may result in an inferior
product
Recommended that all beginning instrumental students rent an instrument for an initial trial period rather than purchasing the instrument right away
Most music stores have rental programs with an option to buy at end of the trial period
ONLY PURCHASE INSTRUMENTS FROM A REPUTABLE MUSIC STORE!!! Purchases from other sources may result in an inferior
product
3 Options for Obtaining an Instrument
3 Options for Obtaining an Instrument
Renting
You already own an instrument
School-Owned
Renting
You already own an instrument
School-Owned
Renting an InstrumentRenting an Instrument
Reserve instrument by completing rental agreement on evening of display
Or
Complete agreement sometime before school begins This ensures instrument will be available in
time for the 1st lesson
Reserve instrument by completing rental agreement on evening of display
Or
Complete agreement sometime before school begins This ensures instrument will be available in
time for the 1st lesson
If You Already Own an Instrument
If You Already Own an Instrument
Make sure your instrument is in good playing condition
Older instruments often need reconditioning
Have music store inspect instrument’s playing condition before school begins
Make sure your instrument is in good playing condition
Older instruments often need reconditioning
Have music store inspect instrument’s playing condition before school begins
School-Owned InstrumentsSchool-Owned Instruments
Options:Band Orchestra Bass Clarinet String Bass French Horn Baritone Tuba
Limited number available Repair charges for extra ordinary damage due
to student carelessness or abuse responsibility of the student and his/her parents
Options:Band Orchestra Bass Clarinet String Bass French Horn Baritone Tuba
Limited number available Repair charges for extra ordinary damage due
to student carelessness or abuse responsibility of the student and his/her parents
Band School-Owned Instruments
Band School-Owned Instruments
For the 2008-2009 school year, a $75 maintenance fee charged
Check to “ISD 831”
Contract must be completed and turned in with check in order to receive instrument at 1st lesson
For the 2008-2009 school year, a $75 maintenance fee charged
Check to “ISD 831”
Contract must be completed and turned in with check in order to receive instrument at 1st lesson
Orchestra School-Owned String Basses
Orchestra School-Owned String Basses
2 string basses are necessary 1 for home use ($75 if rented from school) 1 for school use ($10)
Due to the limited number of school-owned basses, renting from a music store is highly recommended
2 string basses are necessary 1 for home use ($75 if rented from school) 1 for school use ($10)
Due to the limited number of school-owned basses, renting from a music store is highly recommended
Smart MusicSmart Music
What is Smart Music? The essential practice tool for musicians
SmartMusic is an interactive, computer-based practice tool for musicians. Challenging exercises, instant feedback tools, and more than 30,000 accompaniments make SmartMusic an essential part of your practice sessions.
You’ll never practice aloneSmartMusic accompanies you while you
practice. Your performance improves faster because practicing is more productive and fun.
What is Smart Music? The essential practice tool for musicians
SmartMusic is an interactive, computer-based practice tool for musicians. Challenging exercises, instant feedback tools, and more than 30,000 accompaniments make SmartMusic an essential part of your practice sessions.
You’ll never practice aloneSmartMusic accompanies you while you
practice. Your performance improves faster because practicing is more productive and fun.
How Does Smart Music Work?
How Does Smart Music Work?
With SmartMusic loaded on a computer, students plug in a vocal or instrumental microphone and begin practicing.
They play or sing their part with accompaniment and receive, in real time on the computer, detailed feedback on their performance. Ideal for woodwind, brass, string, and vocal musicians of all levels.
SmartMusic is your instant backup band that makes practicing fun!
With SmartMusic loaded on a computer, students plug in a vocal or instrumental microphone and begin practicing.
They play or sing their part with accompaniment and receive, in real time on the computer, detailed feedback on their performance. Ideal for woodwind, brass, string, and vocal musicians of all levels.
SmartMusic is your instant backup band that makes practicing fun!
Cost Cost
$25 a year Instrumental teacher gives each
student a code to use when buy the subscription and microphone at www.smartmusic.com
CDs and accessories will be mailed directly to you (shipping charges apply)
$25 a year Instrumental teacher gives each
student a code to use when buy the subscription and microphone at www.smartmusic.com
CDs and accessories will be mailed directly to you (shipping charges apply)
Smart Music TestimonySmart Music Testimony
"SmartMusic helped me with my sight-reading. It makes it easier to hear the music." -- Alexandra, 6th grade
"SmartMusic changed the whole band experience for me. It's more fun."-- Katherine, 9th grade
For more information, visit www.smartmusic.com
"SmartMusic helped me with my sight-reading. It makes it easier to hear the music." -- Alexandra, 6th grade
"SmartMusic changed the whole band experience for me. It's more fun."-- Katherine, 9th grade
For more information, visit www.smartmusic.com
THE END!!!THE END!!!